Concord Teen Arrested on Assault, Domestic Violence, False Imprisonment, and Theft Charges

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A 17-year-old Concord resident, Jayson Pardi, was arrested on March 17, 2026, on charges of false imprisonment, domestic violence-false imprisonment, two counts of simple assault, two counts of domestic violence-simple assault, and theft by unauthorized taking. The charges stem from separate incidents on Village Street in Penacook and at the Books-A-Million store.

Why it matters

This case highlights ongoing concerns about youth crime and domestic violence in the Concord area, as well as the need for effective intervention and rehabilitation programs to address the root causes of such offenses.

The details

According to the Concord Police Department, Jayson Pardi was arrested following investigations into incidents on Village Street in Penacook and at the Books-A-Million store. The charges include false imprisonment, domestic violence-false imprisonment, two counts of simple assault, two counts of domestic violence-simple assault, and theft by unauthorized taking.

• Pardi was arrested at 9:12 a.m. on March 17, 2026.
• The incidents occurred on Village Street in Penacook and at the Books-A-Million store at 6 Fort Eddy Road.

What’s next

The case will proceed through the criminal justice system, and the judge will determine whether to allow Pardi out on bail.